
Sofya Asatryan, Employment Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 7 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and IP
AssociateatSheppard Mullin
San Diego, CA
Practicing employment in San Diego since 2019.
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Sofya Asatryan is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and IP. Sofya has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.
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- San Diego, CA
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- over 7 years
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- Employment · IP
- Handles Employment and IP matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 7 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sofya Asatryan: Sofya Asatryan is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and IP. Sofya has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sofya takes on
Sofya concentrates on employment and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sofya handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in San Diego, California
Sofya takes employment matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sofya agrees to represent you.
IP cases in San Diego, California
Sofya takes ip matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sofya agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sofya Asatryan — employment lawyer in San Diego
Sofya Asatryan is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and IP. Sofya has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.
Sofya Asatryan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, labour and employment. Sofya received a B.A. degree from California State University, Northridge in 2013, and has been licensed for 7 years. Sofya practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA.
How Sofya handles employment matters
Sofya Asatryan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, labour and employment. Sofya received a B.A. degree from California State University, Northridge in 2013, and has been licensed for 7 years. Sofya practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA.
The kind of cases Sofya takes
Sofya reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and ip matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
J.D. · 2019
California State University, Northridge
B.A. · 2013
Jurisdictions
Sofya's state bar admissions
California
2019 · ACTIVE
Sofya studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School, Los Angeles and B.A. in California State University, Northridge.
Law school and academic background
Sofya completed J.D. in Loyola Law School, Los Angeles and B.A. in California State University, Northridge. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sofya runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sofya Asatryan's office in San Diego
Sofya's primary office is at 12275 El Camino Real, Suite 100 (Del Mar), San Diego, CA, 92130. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sheppard Mullin
12275 El Camino Real, Suite 100 (Del Mar)
San Diego, CA 92130
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How to hire Sofya Asatryan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sofya usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sofya charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sofya's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sofya will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sofya
Sofya discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sofya confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sofya's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sofya Asatryan
How much does it cost to hire Sofya for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sofya walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sofya offer a free consultation?
Sofya charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sofya's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sofya's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in California typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sofya gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sofya take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Sofya is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sofya will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Sofya?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sofya will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sofya accepting new employment clients right now?
Sofya's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Sofya handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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